Happy Fourth of July to our American friends! While the U.S. is celebrating Independence Day with fireworks, barbecues, and a day off to spend time with family, we’re marking something equally important here in the UK—Employee Ownership Day! It’s a special occasion for businesses like ours, where employee ownership is at the heart of what we do.

Our company, Kite, began back in 2001 with just a handful of partners who pooled their resources to start something meaningful. Since then, the business has flourished, growing from humble beginnings to over £30 million in turnover. And guess what? Every new member joining our team is encouraged to become part of this journey by purchasing shares. It’s more than just a financial commitment—it’s about embracing the belief that customer satisfaction truly shines when you feel like you own the business. At Kite, we pride ourselves on fostering innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurial spirit, rather than getting bogged down by bureaucracy.

But it doesn’t stop there. For us, partnership isn’t limited to our employees alone. We extend that same philosophy to our suppliers and clients too. After all, they’ve played a crucial role in helping us achieve success and push boundaries. Together, we’re building something remarkable.

The Employee Ownership Association (EOA) is an incredible resource for businesses like ours, offering invaluable support and advice. If you’ve been scrolling through #EODay on Twitter today, you’ll see countless other employee-owned companies celebrating across the UK. Collectively, these businesses contribute over £25 billion annually and represent more than 2% of the country’s GDP. Their website, https://employeeownership.co.uk/, is packed with insights for anyone interested in learning more about employee ownership or considering making the switch.

As for Kite, we invite you to explore our story further on our ‘About Us’ page. Whether you’re already part of the Kite family or simply curious about how employee ownership works, we hope you enjoy the spirit of EO Day. Here’s to creating value together!

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